Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 25, 2013

What is the path to building successful and lasting 3PL-customer relationships? That was the main theme of a panel session I led at last month’s MercuryGate User Conference 2013 , which included the following 3PL executives: Shelli Austin , VP at Integrated Distribution Services (IDS). Michael Bartz , CIO at ReTrans.

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Freight Waves

JUNE 5, 2025

Carriers are generally optimistic about load volume, but access to well-paying freight and increased operational costs remain at the forefront of their concerns. Visibility solutions, digital freight marketplaces, and real-time tracking are among the most sought-after innovations, while many businesses remain cautious of AI-driven automation.

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The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Bill was also President of Swift Logistics, a leading brokerage and 3PL provider, and head of marketing and strategy for Swift Transportation. Bill has experience working on the carrier, shipper, and broker side, as well as in 3PL and freight software, giving him 360-degrees of visibility of the marketplace. Bill on LinkedIn.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 15, 2025

Freight shipping isn't just about moving goods — it's also about managing the right paperwork. Each mode of freight transportation comes with its own set of required documents, many of which are legally binding. You'll need to include the freight class, NMFC code , dimensions, weight and a detailed description of the goods.

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The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 11, 2021

Rethinking the Freight RFP Process. Once a year, shippers and carriers begin the arduous freight RFP process, when shippers send out request for pricing (or proposal) for contract rates to their list of trucking companies. It is why many companies are rethinking the freight RFP process.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

As an industry leader in 3PL solutions, including managed services, GlobalTranz is proud and honored to secure a spot in the 2022 FreightWaves FreightTech 100 , marking the fourth consecutive year of inclusion. Create, track and share shipment documents, boosting visibility along the way. What Are the FreightTech 100 Awards?

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 17, 2014

So you can see the savings for each document transacted and when you multiply that savings by the number of manual documents that are automated, you understand how a positive ROI can be achieved. The language and documents of shipping are complicated and immense. and a remittance is $12.96. Truth: It’s Tried-And-True.

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ShipBob

JUNE 9, 2025

You’re ready to outsource to a 3PL. This post gives you an in-depth guide to what a 3PL RFP is, why it’s important, and how to write one for your business. What is a 3PL RFP (request for proposal)? Why does the 3PL RFP process matter? Adelina Zotta & Connor Westby, Co-Founders of NutriPaw What is a 3PL RFP used for?

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 2, 2015

When it comes to efficient and cost-effective over the road transportation management , it is absolutely crucial that you be working with a trustworthy 3PL. Understanding the potential value of a 3PL early in the process is crucial to saving money and providing great service. What Is A 3PL? How Does A 3PL Benefit My Enterprise?

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 2, 2014

For the freight world holiday shipping or for shippers in any peak season (such as those who ship plants for the spring time) it gets chaotic, everyone is trying to clear docs, empty warehouses, and get their books in order. We lose valuable transit days with shipments when carriers aren’t moving freight.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 5, 2015

The 3PL industry is experiencing growth as shippers and companies turn to logistics experts for various facets of the supply chain so the manufacturing and distribution companies may focus on their core. But the greater transformation in today’s 3PL landscape is the changing perception of logistics service providers.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 21, 2025

An efficient supply chain strategy is one that takes every aspect of your supply chain into account, from inventory management and warehouse design to freight tendering and transport optimisation. This is why it’s important to map out your entire freight operation. What is Supply Chain Efficiency?

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 18, 2022

While the LTL freight industry market conditions change for a variety of reasons, here are three of the top factors that will be part of the day-to-day reality of LTL freight and some of the strategies that can help shippers navigate rising costs and complexity in the supply chain. Classify freight correctly. Consolidation.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 18, 2015

If you are a logistics manager seeking options for a partnership with a 3PL services provider or looking to optimize the 3PL solution, then understanding the expansion of the holistic approach that some 3PLs offer will help you select an option that best suits your company. A 3PL Services Partnership Drives Value.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 17, 2018

Instead of focusing on charging more to ship parcel, shippers should redevelop their processes to streamline shipping and reduce delays, as well as freight spend. This may include working with a third-party logistics provider (3PL) to secure the best rates, especially if you are already locked into an existing carrier contract.

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 3, 2016

Here’s my one-sentence review: If you’re getting ready to select a 3PL partner for the first time, or want to improve the way you currently select and manage your 3PLs, this paper is a must read and helpful resource. First, what is the biggest mistake companies make during the 3PL selection process? Will you need IT services?

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 21, 2015

It can take months to negotiate a complex SLA/KPI document, as you go back and forth with your logistics provider so the document becomes a “win-win” for both parties. Here are the 9 key topics to understand in the relationsihp between the shipper and the 3PL. 3PL/Shipper/Customer Rewards. 3PL/SLA Skills/Knowledge.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 5, 2016

Although 3PL Logistics Companies or 3PLs were around before the recession, companies realized the short-term savings of outsourcing logistics, transportation, and freight management to 3PLs quickly, and the age of the rise of the logistics provider was born. Client Needs of 3PL Logistics Companies.

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The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 24, 2022

Our expertise in technology modernization helps clients resolve critical operational challenges such as effective management of peak loads and seamless anytime, anywhere access to distributed freight data. Freight quotations. Document management including proof of delivery, bill of lading, accessorial, etc. Emtec LinkedIn.

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Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 30, 2021

Freight Rates 2019-2021. As a result, companies plug along planning based on historic lead times and freight rates which as you can imagine is doomed for failure. The need for data synchronization increases with the growth of nodes, the increase of the number of parties handling the freight, and the use of multiple modes of transport.

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Freightos

OCTOBER 26, 2020

As a disclaimer, WebCargo , a Freightos Group company, does offers digital services to global forwarders and carriers, including online sales portals, digital eBooking, multimodal rate management and the Freightos.com freight marketplace. . The Freight Game of Thrones. The Maersk Shift: Where it started.

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Parade

MARCH 3, 2021

In this article, we explore Invoice Reconciliation tools as a core piece of every digital 3PL/freight brokerage’s operations. This post is part of a , series of posts that aims to shed light on the many new and innovative freight tech solutions that empower freight brokers to transform digitally.

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Unleashed

JANUARY 16, 2023

When your business is receiving more orders than it’s possible to fulfil in-house, third-party logistics (3PL) can mean the difference between disappointing customers and capitalising on that success. In this guide to third-party logistics: What is 3PL? 3PL providers are experts when it comes to shipping and logistics.

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Freight Center

FEBRUARY 13, 2020

If you have shipped before, then you know how important it is to understand how freight billing works. Freight billing is an unavoidable part of the process for every shipper. Without the knowledge of best practices for freight billing, it can be easy for small businesses to get caught up in freight billing mayhem.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

OCTOBER 22, 2021

3 Most Common Freight Forwarding Scams (and How to Avoid Them)! Find and choose a freight forwarder article and permission to publish here provided by Anna Larina. Freight forwarders provide a great service to businesses, as they are the middle-men that transfer products internationally. Subscribe Here! Email Address.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 6, 2015

We first featured the most popular manufacturing blog posts followed by the top Supply Chain blog posts, then logistics, transportation, business, 3PL, and then finally we round out our series today featuring the most popular blog posts focused on freight and freight management. The 12 Most Popular Freight Blog Posts from 2014.

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3PL Insights

MAY 16, 2025

For third-party logistics providers (3PLs), mastering the art of robot logistics means developing efficient strategies for storing, handling, and maintaining some of the most advanced equipment in modern supply chains. A 3PL that can scale space and services quickly becomes an essential extension of the client’s operations.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

APRIL 24, 2019

What is a 3PL? The key to establishing healthy 3PL relationships starts with quality of the information that is provided at the time the request for a proposal (RFP) is submitted. If you ask any 3PL service provider you will find that the lack of quality information provided in RFPs is one of their greatest frustrations.

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Turvo

MAY 11, 2020

Freight brokers face a perilous future of uncertain profitability. According to TruckingInfo , “gross margins and revenues were down for freight brokers in the third quarter of 2019, but cost reductions allowed brokers to stay profitable.” In response, more companies want a freight broker TMS. in the third quarter of 2019.

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Turvo

AUGUST 20, 2020

Prior to the onset of the pandemic, the value of a third-party logistics provider (3PL) was increasing. report found that the global 3PL market would surpass $1,800 billion by 2026. And the ability of 3PLs to maintain efficiencies and become more collaborative will define this growth period. Outsourcing to a 3PL is Expensive.

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SupplyPike

JUNE 4, 2019

The Bill of Lading (BOL) is a required and legal shipping document to move freight. The shipper, carrier, or even a third party logistics company (3PL) can generate a BOL and issue to the shipper. The shipper, carrier, or even a third party logistics company (3PL) can generate a BOL and issue to the shipper.

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Talking Logistics

JULY 19, 2013

Con-way Freight Raises the Bar on Mexico Service, Adds Door-to-Door Tracking, 24-Hour Customer Resource Center, Enhanced Web Tools. Evenex has “over 3,000 customers exchanging more than 375,000,000 documents every year and is the leading and preferred business-to-business integration provider in Denmark.”. Be Sociable, Share!

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 28, 2024

"Rejected freight" is a phrase no shipper ever wants to hear. For small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs), rejected freight is an unwanted and unwelcome proposition, and it's equally painful for the recipient and the carrier as well. Unfortunately, while freight rejection rates are fairly low, refused loads do happen.

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3rdwave

NOVEMBER 29, 2018

Managing a global supply chain network requires the ability to manage and control both global transportation execution and the associated freight spend. While global freight cost varies significantly by industry and transportation mode, it is a major cost component of internationally sourced products.

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Talking Logistics

JULY 31, 2017

For example, XPO Logistics is still trying to digest the Con-Way and Norbert Denstressangle acquisitions from the last few years, while FedEx and UPS continue to expand their service offerings to compete more with freight forwarders, further blurring the lines between asset and non-asset based carrier service offerings.

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

OCTOBER 3, 2017

What is a 3PL & How Can They Benefit Your Business? Whatever the reason, if you’re searching for a third party logistics provider (3PL) for the first time, you’ll want to have a keen understanding of what they are and how they work before choosing one to help with your logistics challenges. So what exactly is a 3PL?

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Talking Logistics

AUGUST 29, 2014

June 2014 North American Freight Numbers. For example, a user could use the cellphone mode to make a call, fold the device into smartphone mode to send an email, then fold it into laptop mode to edit a large document. Ryder Makes it Easier for Commercial Customers to Rent Trucks Online with New Industry Leading Website.

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